Cool tones, clean lines, Kim Kardashian’s creepy all-white Christmas decorations—that’s an aesthetic for sure. But this story is for the reader who wants a bit of color, a touch of pattern, and plenty of drama in their home.
When asked for the no. 1 way to add “wow,” our Best Designers responded resoundingly with three key items.
Wallpaper
“We’ve been using more wallpaper now than we ever have in the last 20 years.” —Margaret Chambers, Chambers Interiors & Associates
Wallpaper
Porter Teleo “Pétales”
Designers Guild “Madame Butterfly-Peony”
Élitis “Siam”
Phillip Jeffries “Blossom”
Harlequin “Amazilia”
Pierre Frey “Brutalist”
“TMC…Panache”
Twigs “St. Albans”
Fabrics
“I love to make a statement with beautiful drapery fabric and Samuel & Sons trim.” —Debra Stewart, Debra Stewart Interior Design
Lindsay Cowles “71417”
Ferrick Mason “Whiskey Stripe”
Rubelli Textiles “Marino”
Lighting
“Lamps can be compared to shoes and handbags in a room—that’s why one needs to buy high quality.” —Jan Showers, Jan Showers & Associates
Sylvan “Kelly” Lamp
BC Workshop “Vertebrae” Lamp
Fuse Lighting “Paris” Floor Lamp
Noir “Roy” Floor Lamp
“Cotswold” Lamp
Flos “Bellhop” Lamp